Kidney Stones can often be managed without surgery if they are small. Drink plenty of water (2.5-3 litres daily) to help pass the stone naturally. Doctors may prescribe suitable medicine to help the stone pass more easily; always consult a doctor for the right plan. Avoid excess salt and certain foods depending on the type of stone.

Pain in the testis after passing a small kidney stone can sometimes occur because the urinary tract and nearby nerves remain irritated for a few days after the stone passes. The pain may travel from the lower abdomen or groin into the testis and can worsen while wearing tight trousers or during movement due to pressure and friction in the area. Mild discomfort that gradually improves may settle with rest, good hydration, loose clothing, and avoiding heavy physical strain for a few days. Warm compresses may also help reduce irritation. However, persistent testicular pain should not be ignored because conditions like infection, inflammation, hernia, or rarely twisting of the testis can also cause similar symptoms. Seek medical care if the pain becomes severe, swelling develops, fever appears, or the testis becomes red or very tender.

At 4 to 5 mm, your kidney stones have a very high chance of passing on their own. Since they are non-obstructive, we can manage this conservatively. First, drink plenty of water (about 2 to 3 litres daily) to help flush them out. To make passage easier, your doctor may prescribe an alpha-blocker like tamsulosin, which relaxes the urinary tract. For discomfort, over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen can help. Whether stones can be dissolved depends on their type; uric acid stones can sometimes be dissolved with potassium citrate, though calcium-based stones must be passed. Please consult your physician for a personalised treatment plan.